Jan. 3rd, 2010A
Under-19 all-rounder Regis Burton signed an “equipment”
contract with SG (Sanspareils Greenlands) cricket. Credit to New York
businessman Chubb Bedessee of Bedessee’s Sporting Goods for
sealing the endorsement. “I am very happy that Mr. Bedessee
was instrumental in acquiring such a wonderful Christmas gift for
me.”

Regis Burton has signed an equipment
contract with SG. Photo by Shiek Mohamed.

It’s
a dream come true for young Burton, but landing an equipment contract
can render a youth player like Burton, a relative of the great Sir
Viv Richards, speechless. Dreams do come true, and this is just one
dream for the youngster.

Regis, an American born freshman at SUNY Old Westbury
College, and a 2009 All-American cricketer is currently in New Zealand
with the USA Under-19 squad to compete in the ICC 2010 Under-19
World Cup.

“I cherish the opportunity to represent my
country, but will continue to display all the qualities needed to
become a well-rounded professional cricketer,” said Burton,
adding, “I would also like to thank my Rising Star club mates
for all the support and guidance they have shown throughout the
year.”

Ricky Kissoon, captain of Rising Star Cricket Club
stated that “Regis is one of the most composed, and disciplined
young cricketers in the New York tri-state area.”

Members of Rising Star Cricket Club wishes Regis
and his fellow USA teammates, all the best at the ICC 2010 U-19
World Cup, and encourages him to have fun, while competing at his
utmost.